The creative culture in Savannah, Georgia is breathing new life into the old south.

Founded in 1733, Savannah is the oldest city in Georgia and a designated National Historic Landmark for its unique layout around central city squares. These “green spaces,” shaded by towering oak trees and surrounded by 19th century architecture, give Savannah a soothing aesthetic unlike anywhere else in the south - or even the country. Trolley cars and horse-drawn carriages wind through the city, which is also refreshingly walkable, as drivers educate visitors on Savannah’s significant history, pointing out sites such as the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters, Telfair Academy or iconic fountain at Forsyth Park.

But the “Hostess City” holds more than quaint cobblestone streets and hospitable folks. In Savannah, there is a new south to discover, one where cutting-edge art and modern innovation mingle with city’s antebellum architecture and classic charm. Behind Savannah’s quintessential southern façade is a burgeoning contemporary art scene, discoverable through local artist studios, off-the-path galleries and the city’s newest museums.

Read the full article in the May 2019 issue of American Art Collector Magazine

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